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- Rodriguez Island
Rodriguez Island is an island of volcanic origin, located in the middle of the Indian Ocean, 650 km northeast of Mauritius. Rodriguez - the easternmost and smallest of the Mascarene islands, is one of the autonomous Outer Islands within the Republic of Mauritius, named after the Portuguese navigator Diego Rodriguez, who discovered the island. The island covers 108 square kilometers, its length is 18 kilometers, its width is 8 kilometers, the highest point is Mount Mont Limon, which is 398 meters above sea level. The island of Rodriguez is surrounded on all sides by coral reefs, the relief of the island is hilly, its central part is completely covered with lush tropical vegetation, the coastline is rugged, there are many rocky secluded bays, cliffs and small bays. There are many karst caves in the southwestern part of the island, including the famous Caverne Patate, Caverne Tamarin and Grande Caverne. The coast of the island’s lagoon (its area is 2 times the land area) is famous for its endless beaches of white sand and a rich underwater world. The flora and fauna of the island is rich and diverse, many species of plants and animals are endemic, many species, unfortunately, have become extinct or are on the verge of extinction. The island is popular with fans of eco-tourism and divers. Fans of a relaxing holiday prefer the beaches of the island, excursions to its picturesque places and acquaintance with the history and traditions of local residents, lovers of outdoor activities can go diving, kitesurfing, windsurfing, sailing, go underwater fishing and visit the caves, considered one of the most beautiful in the world.
